Tiger Model 4602 French Army 1980-Present AMX-10RCR 1/35

The Tiger Model 4602 plastic model kit offers a highly detailed replica of the French AMX-10RCR reconnaissance vehicle in 1/35 scale. This is an advanced model intended for demanding modelers who value faithful reproduction of details and historical realism. The model accurately reflects the characteristics of modern military vehicles of the French army, used from the 1980s to the present day.

Historical Information

The AMX-10RCR is a six-wheeled armored reconnaissance vehicle developed and used by the French Army since 1980. The RCR variant is a modernized version, equipped with, among other things, additional mine-resistant armor and modern electronics. These vehicles have participated in numerous international missions, such as operations in the Persian Gulf, the Balkans, Africa, and during NATO missions. The extra armor and improved firepower enabled them to operate effectively in both conventional conflicts and stabilization operations.

Technical details of the model:

• Scale: 1/35 – offers an excellent compromise between detail and display options
• Country of use: France
• Service period: from 1980 to the present day (Cold War, present day)
• Material: high-quality injection-molded plastic, ensuring durability and ease of processing
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Included: detailed sprues, clear assembly instructions, decals with French markings, photo-etched parts enhancing external detail
• Richly detailed reproduction of the hull, suspension, armament, and turret
• Optional equipment elements characteristic for various missions

Recommendation and difficulty level

The Tiger Model 4602 AMX-10RCR 1/35 kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced military modelers seeking high-quality details and wishing to enrich their collection with a modern French military vehicle. Due to the presence of photo-etched parts and the high number of components, we rate the build difficulty at 4/5. The model serves as an excellent starting point for creating realistic dioramas of contemporary conflicts and allows for personalization of colors and markings.

This model is highly regarded among enthusiasts of modern armored vehicles and reconnaissance model collectors, making it a highly recommended option both for building and display.